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Health & Opportunity Policy Advisor

Harris County, TXHouston, TX, United States
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Harris County Precinct 4 Policy Advisors will work with the team to develop County policy and help implement Commissioner Briones's policies.The Policy Advisor will also be responsible for liaising...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Public Involvement Lead

HillDay Public Relations IncHouston, TX, United States
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Public Involvement Lead Job Posting.The company is an independent Houston-based full-service public relations consulting agency.The company also provides program and construction management support...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Public Health Nurse IV

LaneStaffing, IncHouston, Texas, United States
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LaneStaffing is seeking an experienced Public Health Nurse IV to support tuberculosis (TB) case management services in Houston.This role is critical in protecting community health through patient c...[internal_linking.show_more]

Policy Typist (Remote)

NPA WorldWideHouston, Texas, USA
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Job description: * Type and format title commitments, policies, endorsements, and closing documents.Review legal descriptions, property information, and survey data for accuracy.Proofread documents...[internal_linking.show_more]

Public Relations

TradeJobsWorkForce77029 Jacinto City, TX, US
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Public Relations Job Duties: Responds to requests for information from the media.Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with consumer, community, employee, and public interest groups.W...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Analyst – Carbon Policy (Remote)

Dow JonesHouston, USA
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Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and liv...[internal_linking.show_more]

Policy & Advocacy Intern (Summer 2026)

Tahirih Justice CenterHouston, TX, United States
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The Tahirih Justice Center is a national, nonprofit organization that serves immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, forced marriage and other forms of gender-b...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Manager of Public Relations

Port HoustonHouston, TX, United States
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Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston.We appreciate your interest in joining our team.By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization co...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Public Cloud Senior Consultant

EnsonoHouston, TX, United States
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Public Cloud Senior ConsultantRemote - United StatesJR012913.Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things.We enable our clients to ach...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Public Affairs Coordinator

Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc.Houston, TX, US
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Not open to 3rd party C2C consultants.Visa sponsorship is not available).Onsite position in Houston, TX.Provides support and assistance in assigned Public Affairs area to ensure the smooth operatio...[internal_linking.show_more]

Public Cloud Solution Architect

CovetitHouston, TX, United States
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Role name: Public Cloud Solution Architect.Start date: Immediate availability.We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect with strong experience in SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Solution Architec...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Justice and Safety Policy Advisor

Government JobsHouston, TX, United States
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Harris County Precinct 4 Policy Advisors will work with the team to develop County policy and help implement Commissioner Briones's policies.The Policy Advisor will also be responsible for liaising...[internal_linking.show_more]

Fellow in Public Finance

Rice UniversityHouston, TX, United States
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Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation's top 20 universities by U.Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a reside...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Public Works Project Manager

BinkleyBarfield DCCMHouston, TX, United States
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At DCCM, we are building the future of Texas communities by designing and delivering critical public infrastructure that strengthens cities, enhances mobility, and protects natural resources.From r...[internal_linking.show_more]

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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE IV

Le CYR ConsultingHouston, TX, US
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Provide daily oversight of the Employee Health Office; perform QA assessment conduct chart.Maintain vaccine supply and inventories and process labs and data entry.Phlebotomy experience quality cont...[internal_linking.show_more]

Certified Public Accountant

Prestige Accounting & ConsultingHouston, Texas, United States, 77001
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We’re hiring a career-motivated, data-driven certified public accountant for a key position on our team.You’ll be responsible for maintaining the financial integrity of our company by overseeing ou...[internal_linking.show_more]

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Policy Services Representative

AO Globe LifeHouston, TX, US
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AO Globe Life is hiring Remote Client Support Specialists to assist families nationwide in accessing essential supplemental benefit programs—all from home.This purpose-driven, remote-first role is ...[internal_linking.show_more]

Assistant Policy Administrator

MetroHouston, TX, United States
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Assistant Policy Administrator.Requisition Number: 7874 Pay Rate: PGR07 Location: Houston, TX, US Category: Operations.Basic Function: Assists Policy Administrator with the implementation and admin...[internal_linking.show_more]

Senior Manager of Planning & Policy

Downtown Houston +Houston, TX, US
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Senior Manager of Policy & Planning.This role focuses on developing, advocating for, and implementing non-zoning land-use policies, comprehensive planning studies, and placemaking programs to achie...[internal_linking.show_more]

Health & Opportunity Policy Advisor

Health & Opportunity Policy Advisor

Harris County, TXHouston, TX, United States
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Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 16362
Department: Commissioner Precinct 4
Opening Date: 02/24/2026
Closing Date: 4/30/2026 9:12 AM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 200

Position Description
Position Overview:

Harris County Precinct 4 Policy Advisors will work with the team to develop County policy and help implement Commissioner Briones's policies. The Policy Advisor will also be responsible for liaising with national experts, local stakeholders, and other County departments and agencies to inform the Commissioner's agenda and develop innovative and sustainable solutions to local needs in their policy areas as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Support and/or lead a policy portfolio developing positions and proposals to advance opportunity and justice for Harris County residents in the relevant policy areas.
  • Support and lead on projects including countywide policies, Precinct 4 programs, support for commissions and committees, and select events. Track project milestones.
  • Conduct research, identify best practices, and craft strategy for policies and programs.
  • Support Commissioner Briones in preparation for Commissioners Court including writing memos, presenting recommendations, drafting talking points, and verbally briefing the Commissioner.
  • Support the Precinct 4 Communications team with talking points, press releases, blogs, social media, and other communications. Ensure that accurate and appropriate data is used and that the communications reflect Precinct 4 goals and priorities.
  • Support and train interns and analysts. If delegating work, set clear deadlines and expectations and provide feedback.
  • Staff Commissioner or represent her at Precinct 4 events and meetings. Request meetings and coordinate with other Precinct 4 teams to ensure that they are scheduled, all relevant individuals are invited, memos are submitted in advance (as needed), notes are taken, and follow-up emails are sent (as needed).
  • Closely collaborate with the Precinct 4 team, including Policy & Innovation, Public Affairs, Infrastructure, and Operations to execute Precinct 4 and countywide policies and Precinct 4 projects. Always coordinate with Compliance and Finance as needed.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with County departments and agencies, community partners, research institutions, government offices, and other stakeholders.
  • Incorporate innovation into policy work, brainstorm and support grants applications, support the Precinct4Forward non-profit work as needed.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Is passionate about local policy and improving access to justice and opportunity for all.
  • Has excellent writing, editing, and organizing ability to create clear and concise policy documents.
  • Can translate complex issues into plain language.
  • Has experience in relevant policy area(s).
  • Has strong project management skills and can handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
  • Can develop working relationships with community members, research institutions, government staff, and elected officials.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience, preferably in policy-related work.
  • Relevant Master's or other relevant postgraduate degrees can be accepted towards years of experience.
  • Experience managing multiple competing projects and deadlines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Is passionate about local policy and improving access to justice and opportunity for all.
  • Has excellent writing, editing, and organizing ability to create clear and concise policy documents.
  • Can translate complex issues into plain language.
  • Has experience in relevant policy area(s).
  • Has strong project management skills and can handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
  • Can develop working relationships with community members, research institutions, government staff, and elected officials.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences
  • Advanced degree in relevant area including but not limited to public policy, public administration, law, economics, or planning
  • Policy design and implementation experience in the relevant area
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
  • Regular Full-time
  • Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
  • Ability to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends
Salary:
  • Commensurate with experience
  • Based on 26 Pay Periods
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
  • Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
  • One (1) floating holiday per year
  • Paid Parental Leave*
  • Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
  • Professional learning & development opportunities
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
  • Flexible work schedule*
  • METRO RideSponsor Program*


* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.
  • High School or GED diploma
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or higher
  • None of the above

02

If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?
  • Public Policy
  • Public Administration
  • Law
  • Economics
  • Planning
  • Other Related Field
  • Unrelated Field
  • N/A; No Degree

03

Please describe your educational background including level of education completed, area of study and completed major and minor programs.
04

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in policy-related work? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
  • Less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) years but less than three (3) years
  • Three (3) years but less than four (4) years
  • Four (4) years or more
  • I do not have this experience

05

Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained experience working in policy-related work. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience ( Example: "January 2020 - December 2025" ) If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A" in the space provided.
06

Do you have policy design and implementation experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question